Zoom G1 Four, G1X Four User Manual

Multi-Effects Processor

Operation Manual

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Introduction

This Multi-Effects Processor starts with numerous effects that can be combined for use together. Effect combinations and parameter settings can be saved as patches to be used whenever you like. By simply switching between preset patches, you can achieve dramatic changes in sound.

This processor includes a wide variety of effects, including distortion, chorus and reverb effects. Understanding the features of each effect is important for designing your own sounds. By turning off the effects in a preset one at time, you should be able to learn their individual roles. If understanding how a sound is being changed is difcult, try turning off all but one of the effects and adjusting its parameters as you play. The order of the effects also impacts the sound. Experimenting with the effect order could bring you closer to your desired sound.

This Multi-Effects Processor allows you to easily enjoy a variety of sounds. We hope you will enjoy using it for many years.

Main features of the

Realistic amp and effect sounds

The rich collection of effects from the latest G Series content includes boutique pedals and realistic amp and cabinet models that faithfully emulate the originals. Using the free Guitar Lab effect management application on a computer (Mac/Windows), you can add effects that are distributed online as well as edit and back up patches, for example.

Craft sounds intuitively with easy operations

With 5 buttons and 4 knobs, you can create sounds intuitively like working with a compact effect or stompbox.

Rhythm patterns and looper

The looper can record up to 30 seconds and be synchronized with rhythm patterns.

Equalization (EQ) can be quickly adjusted to suit performance conditions

In MEMORY and STOMP modes, 3 EQ (Lo/Mid/Hi) knobs and a volume (Vol) knob can be used to adjust the output. These enable you to make quick adjustments whether at home, in a rehearsal studio, on stage or elsewhere.

Long operation on batteries

Continuous operation for about 18 hours is possible using 4 AA batteries (when the LCD backlight is off).

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Terms used in this manual

Patch

A “patch” stores effect ON/OFF states and parameter setting values. Effects are saved and recalled in units of patches. Five effects can be added to one patch, and the can store up to 50 patches.

Bank

One group of 10 patches is a “bank”. Patches can be quickly recalled by switching banks. The

has 5 banks.

Effect type

The available effect types include various guitar effects and amp/cabinet simulation models. Effects can be selected from these types to be added to patches.

MEMORY mode

This mode allows you to select patches with the footswitches.

STOMP mode

Use this mode to turn effects in a patch ON/OFF with the footswitches.

EDIT mode

In this mode, edit the types and parameters and effects used in a patch.

PRESELECT

This function allows you to switch to a patch at any location while continuing to use the tone of the currently selected patch.

BANK HOLD

This function allows patch switching to be limited to the current bank.

AUTO SAVE

This function automatically saves changes to patch and effect settings.

ECO mode

This function will automatically turn the power off 10 hours after the last operation.

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Names of parts

Front Panel

Display

This shows information, including the names of the selected patch and its effects and their parameter values.

Mode switch

Press this to cycle through the MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes.

Parameter knobs

Use these to adjust effect parameters and to make various settings.

RHYTHM button

Press to activate the rhythm.

Effect/bank buttons

In MEMORY mode, these change banks. In STOMP mode, these turn effects ON/OFF. In EDIT mode, these select effects and turn them ON/OFF.

/ buttons

Use these to switch effects in EDIT mode. These have the same functions as the / footswitches.

/ footswitches

In MEMORY mode, use these to switch patches. In STOMP mode, use these to select effects and turn them ON/OFF, for example.

SETTING button

This opens the SETTING screen.

LOOPER button

Press to activate the looper.

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Expression pedal ( only)

When an effect in the PEDAL category is selected, this adjusts the amount of that effect. ( “Setting

pedal effects” on page 53)

Rear Panel

Pedal switch ( only)

When an effect in the PEDAL category is in use, this turns that effect ON/OFF.

Input jack

Connect a guitar here.

AUX IN jack

Connect an audio device or other external sound source here.

HINT

Signals input through the AUX IN jack will be sent to the OUTPUT jack directly without passing through the built-in effects.

AC adapter connector

Connect the dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) here.

USB port

Connect a computer other external device here. By using Guitar Lab, you can manage patches and edit and add effects, for example from a computer. You can also connect a mobile battery, for example, to provide power.

OUTPUT jack

Connect a guitar amp or headphones here.

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Loading batteries

Open the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the product and insert 4 AA batteries.

1.

Close the battery compartment cover.

2.

NOTE

Set the type of battery used correctly so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately. (

HINT

• If a dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) is connected, it can run on AC power.

• Power for operation can also be supplied through the USB port.

ECO mode overview

• By default, ECO mode setting is ON, so the power will automatically turn off if no use occurs for 10 hours. ECO mode can also be set to “OFF” on the SETTING screen. (

•

“Setting the type of batteries used” on page 35)

“Setting the ECO mode” on page 36)

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Connecting

1, 7

4

6

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Minimize the volume of the guitar amp.

1.

To use AC power supply, connect to the dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) to the AC adapter jack

2.

and an outlet.

This turns the

power ON.

To use a computer, connect a USB cable (not included) to the USB port and the computer.

3.

When using USB bus power to operate the

Guitar Lab

By using Guitar Lab, you can manage patches and edit and add effects, for example from a computer. Download Guitar Lab from the ZOOM website (https://www.zoom.co.jp).

Connect a guitar to the INPUT jack.

4.

When using battery power to operate the

To use external input, connect a portable audio player or other device to the AUX IN jack.

5.

HINT

Signals input through the AUX IN jack will be sent to the OUTPUT jack directly without passing through the built-in effects.

Connect a guitar amp or headphones to the OUTPUT jack.

6.

, connecting this cable will turn it ON.

, connecting to this will turn it ON.

Raise the guitar amp volume.

7.

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Adjusting the overall audio character and output level

In MEMORY or STOMP mode, turn – .

1.

Function Operation

Adjust the level of low frequencies

Adjust the level of middle frequencies

Adjust the level of high frequencies

Adjust the overall level

HINT

These adjustments are retained even when the patch is changed.

Turn

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Using patches (MEMORY mode)

The manages effects in patches. A patch can have up to ve effects and save their ON/ OFF states and parameter settings.

Patch

IN OUT

Up to 50 patches can be created. Groups of 10 patches are organized into banks, so effects can be quickly recalled by switching banks. Select patches to use in MEMORY mode.

1 2 3 4 5

Effect

Switching to MEMORY mode.

HINT

MEMORY mode is shown when the starts up.

When using STOMP or EDIT mode, press .

1.

Pressing

repeatedly, cycles through the MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes in order.

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Selecting patches and banks

Switching patches

Press or .

1.

This changes the patch.

Function Operation

Switch to lower-numbered patch

Switch to higher-numbered patch

HINT

• By continuing to press

• By using the PRESELECT function, you can switch to a patch at any location while continuing to use the tone of the currently selected patch. ( When using the BANK HOLD function, switching is limited to patches in the same bank. ( “Setting the

•

BANK HOLD function” on page 34)

or , you can continuously switch patches.

Press

“Setting the PRESELECT function” on page 31)

Switching banks

Press – .

1.

This changes the bank. The LED for the selected bank lights.

Function Operation

Switch to patch numbers 10 – 19

Switch to patch numbers 20 – 29

Switch to patch numbers 30 – 39

Switch to patch numbers 40 – 49

Switch to patch numbers 50 – 59

Press

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Changing individual patch settings

Select the patch with settings you want to change.

1.

Press .

2.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

3.

This opens the patch setting screen.

The patch level and name can be changed. (

patch names” on page 15)

“Changing patch levels” on page 14, “Changing

Changing patch levels

Turn .

1.

This changes the patch level.

HINT

• Press

• In addition to settings for individual patches, the overall volume and EQ of the also be changed. (

to end patch setting and return to the original screen.

“Adjusting the overall audio character and output level” on page 11)

can

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Changing patch names

Turn .

1.

This moves the cursor.

Turn .

2.

This changes the character at the cursor position.

HINT

• Press

• The characters and symbols that can be used are as follows. A–Z, a–z, 0–9, ! # $ % & ' () +, -. ; = @ [] ^ _ ` { } ~ (space)

• Turn

to end patch setting and return to the original screen.

to change the character type.

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Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches (STOMP mode)

In STOMP mode, you can turn effects ON/OFF with footswitches.

Activating STOMP mode

When using MEMORY or EDIT mode, press .

1.

Pressing

repeatedly, cycles through the MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes in order.

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Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches

Press .

1.

Select the effect to control.

The selected effect is shown with light and dark inverted.

Press repeatedly to move the selection to the right.

Press .

2.

This turns the effect ON/OFF.

ON

To turn an effect ON/OFF by hand, press the – button that corresponds to the effect position.

OFF

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Editing effects (EDIT mode)

In EDIT mode, you can change the effects used in a patch and adjust their parameters.

Patch

Effect

1 2 3 4 5

EDIT mode screen

Activating EDIT mode

Select a patch in MEMORY mode.

1.

Press .

2.

Pressing

repeatedly, cycles through the MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes in order.

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Selecting effects

Press – for the effect you want to edit.

1.

This switches the effect.

The LED for the selected effect lights.

HINT

The effect unit number is its position in the patch order.

Turning effects ON/OFF

Effect nameUnit number

Parameters

Press – for the selected effect again.

1.

Pressing

– toggles it ON/OFF.

OFF

ON

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Changing effect types

Selecting effect types

Press or .

1.

Function Operation

�

Change to the previous effect type

Change to the next effect type

Press

Selecting effect categories

While pressing , press .

1.

The category name appears on the display.

Press

After the category name has been shown for a moment, the effect will change to the rst effect in the category.

again to show the next category name.

�

HINT

• While pressing

• See Guitar Lab for the explanations of each effect.

NOTE

Using the , you can combine 5 effects as you like. If the processing capability limit is exceeded, a "PROCESS OVERFLOW" warning will appear and effects will be bypassed. Change one of the effects to end this condition.

HINT

Select effects in the PEDAL category on the to use effects that can be controlled by the expression pedal.

, press to show the previous category name.

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Adjusting effect parameters

Turn – .

1.

The parameters assigned to each knob depend on the effect. Refer to the names shown on the display.

If an effect has 5 or more parameters, use

HINT

When AUTO SAVE is set to ON, parameter changes will be saved automatically. (

•

SAVE function” on page 28)

• When AUTO SAVE is set to OFF, a parameter saving screen will appear when you try to change patches.

• The AUTO SAVE function is on by default.

to change the screen.

“Setting the AUTO

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Changing the effect order

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the CHAIN screen.

The effects used in the selected patch are shown as icons.

Press the – button for the effect you want to move.

3.

Press the – button for the destination position.

4.

The effect will be moved to the selected destination.

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Managing patches

Saving patches

Patch changes can be saved to the same patch, overwriting it. They can also be saved to a patch with a different number.

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the SAVE screen.

Use , and – .

3.

Select the destination patch number.

Function Operation

Select previous patch

Select next patch

Select patch numbers 10 – 19

Select patch numbers 20 – 29

Select patch numbers 30 – 39

Select patch numbers 40 – 49

Select patch numbers 50 – 59

Press

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Press and at the same time.

4.

This saves the patch, overwriting the content.

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Swapping patches

The contents of the patch can be switched with a patch at a different number.

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the SAVE screen.

Turn .

3.

The icon on the display changes from SAVE to SWAP.

Use , and – .

4.

Select the number of the patch to swap.

Function Operation

Select previous patch

Select next patch

Press

Select patch numbers 10 – 19

Select patch numbers 20 – 29

Select patch numbers 30 – 39

Select patch numbers 40 – 49

Select patch numbers 50 – 59

Press

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Press and at the same time.

5.

This swaps the patches.

NOTE

A patch that has been edited must be saved before it can be swapped. Save the patch before trying to swap it. ( “Saving patches” on page 23)

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Adjusting the master tempo

The master tempo is the tempo shared by effects, rhythms and the looper.

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the SETUP screen.

Turn .

3.

HINT

• This can be set from 40 to 250.

• BPM (Beats Per Minute) is the number of beats (quarter notes) in one minute and is a unit used to show how fast a musical tempo is. For example, 60 BPM is a tempo of 60 beats per minute.

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Setting the AUTO SAVE function

This function can be used automatically save changes to patch and effect settings when they are made.

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the SETUP screen.

Turn .

3.

Setting Explanation

ON Automatic saving is enabled.

OFF Automatic saving is disabled.

When AUTO SAVE is ON

Patch and effect setting changes will be saved automatically.

When AUTO SAVE is OFF

Patch changes can be saved with the following procedure.

After editing a patch, switch to a different patch.

1.

A message conrming that you want to save the changes will appear on the display.

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Turn .

2.

Setting Explanation

YES Changes will be saved.

NO Changes will not be saved.

NOTE

If you select “NO”, the other patch will open without saving the changed patch settings.

Press or .

3.

This opens a screen for selecting the patch number to use for saving.

Use , and – .

4.

Select the destination patch number.

Function Operation

Switch to lower-numbered patch

Switch to higher-numbered patch

Switch to patch numbers 10 – 19

Switch to patch numbers 20 – 29

Switch to patch numbers 30 – 39

Switch to patch numbers 40 – 49

Switch to patch numbers 50 – 59

Press

29

Press and at the same time.

5.

The edited patch is saved.

HINT

An edited patch can also be saved on the SETTING screen. ( “Saving patches” on page 23)

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Setting the PRESELECT function

This function can be used to switch to a patch at any location while continuing to use the tone of the currently selected patch.

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the SETUP screen.

Turn .

3.

Setting Explanation

ON Use the PRESELECT function.

OFF Do not use the PRESELECT function.

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When PRESELECT is ON

In MEMORY mode, use , and – .

1.

This opens a screen for selecting the number of the preselect destination patch.

Function Operation

Switch to lower-numbered patch

Switch to higher-numbered patch

Switch to patch numbers 10 – 19

Switch to patch numbers 20 – 29

Switch to patch numbers 30 – 39

Switch to patch numbers 40 – 49

Switch to patch numbers 50 – 59

Press and at the same time.

2.

This switches to the selected patch.

Press

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When PRESELECT is OFF

In MEMORY mode, use , and – .

1.

This changes the patch.

Function Operation

Switch to lower-numbered patch

Switch to higher-numbered patch

Switch to patch numbers 10 – 19

Switch to patch numbers 20 – 29

Switch to patch numbers 30 – 39

Switch to patch numbers 40 – 49

Switch to patch numbers 50 – 59

Press

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Setting the BANK HOLD function

This function can be used to limit to the same bank when switching patches.

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the SETUP screen.

Turn .

3.

When BANK HOLD is ON

Switching down from the lowest patch in a bank will open the highest patch in the same bank. Switching up from the highest patch in a bank will open the lowest patch in the same bank.

Example: current patch in Bank 1

When BANK HOLD is OFF

Switching down from the lowest patch in a bank and up from the highest patch in a bank will open a patch in the next bank.

Example: current patch in Bank 1

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Making power and display settings

Setting the type of batteries used

Set the type of battery used correctly so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately.

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the PWR/LCD screen.

Turn .

3.

Setting Explanation

ALKALI Alkaline batteries

Ni-MH Nickel-metal hydride batteries

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Setting the ECO mode

This function can be used to turn the power off automatically if unused for 10 hours.

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the PWR/LCD screen.

Turn .

3.

Setting Explanation

ON The power will automatically turn off if unused for 10 hours.

OFF This disables ECO mode.

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Setting the backlight time

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the PWR/LCD screen.

Turn .

3.

Setting Explanation

OFF The backlight stays off.

ON The backlight stays on.

15s The backlight turns off 15 seconds after the last operation.

30s The backlight turns off 30 seconds after the last operation.

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Adjusting the display contrast

Press .

1.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

2.

This opens the PWR/LCD screen.

Turn .

3.

HINT

This can be set from 1 to 13.

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Using the tuner

Use this to tune the connected guitar.

Activating the tuner

When using MEMORY, STOMP or EDIT mode, press and at the same time.

1.

This activates the tuner.

HINT

Pressing anything other than

will close the tuner and return to the original screen.

Tuning a guitar

Play the open string that you want to tune and adjust its pitch.

1.

The display will differ according to the selected tuner type. (

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CHROMATIC tuner

The nearest note name and pitch detuning will be shown on the display and by the LEDs.

When the pitch is accurate, the LED at the center of the meter will light green and the LEDs to the left and right will light red.

“Changing tuner settings” on page

Flat In tune Sharp

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Other tuners

The nearest string number and pitch detuning will be shown on the display and by the LEDs.

When the pitch is accurate, the LED at the center of the meter will light green and the LEDs to the left and right will light red.

Flat In tune Sharp

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Changing tuner settings

Press when the TUNER screen is open.

1.

This opens the TUNER setting.

Setting the output method

Turn .

1.

Setting Explanation

BYPASS Effects are bypassed and the guitar sound is output.

MUTE The guitar sound is not output.

HINT

You can also turn on the TUNER screen to change this setting.

Adjusting the standard pitch

Turn .

1.

HINT

• This sets middle A between 435 and 445 Hz.

• You can also turn on the Tuner Screen to change this setting.

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Setting the tuner type

Turn .

1.

Setting Explanation

CHROMATIC

Other tuner types

The pitch detuning is shown according to the nearest note (in semitones).

The nearest string number is shown according to the selected type, and the amount of detuning from its pitch is shown. The following tuner types can be selected.

Display Explanation

GUITAR Standard guitar tuning with a 7th string B E A D G B E

OPEN A Open A tuning (open strings play A chord) – E A E A C# E

OPEN D Open D tuning (open strings play D chord) – D A D F# A D

OPEN E Open E tuning (open strings play E chord) – E B E G# B E

OPEN G Open G tuning (open strings play G chord) – D G D G B D

DADGAD

Alternate tuning often used for tapping and other techniques

7 6 5 4 3 2 1

– D A D G A D

String number/note

Using at tunings

Turn .

1.

All strings can be tuned at from an ordinary tuning by one (

NOTE

Flat tuning cannot be used when the tuner type is “CHROMATIC”.

×1), 2 ( ×2) or 3 ( ×3) semitones.

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Using rhythms

You can play along with built-in rhythms.

Activating the rhythm function

When using MEMORY, STOMP or EDIT mode, press .

1.

This opens the RHYTHM screen.

HINT

• Press

to return to the original mode.

• During rhythm playback, press

The looper can be used during rhythm playback. When the RHYTHM screen is open, press

•

switch to the LOOPER screen. (

to continue rhythm playback and return to the original mode.

“Using the looper” on page 47)

to

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Setting the rhythm

Selecting rhythm patterns

Turn .

1.

This selects the rhythm pattern. (

Setting the precount

Turn .

1.

This sets the precount.

This plays a count sound before looper recording starts.

Setting Explanation

OFF A precount is not played.

ON A precount is played.

“Rhythm patterns” on page 46)

Adjusting the tempo

Turn .

1.

HINT

• This can be set from 40 to 250.

• The tempo set here will be shared by the effects and the looper.

Adjusting the volume

Turn .

1.

HINT

This can be set from 0 to 100.

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Starting/stopping rhythm playback

Press .

1.

This starts rhythm playback.

Press .

2.

This stops rhythm playback.

HINT

During rhythm playback, you can switch MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes. To stop rhythm playback,

press

to open the RHYTHM screen, and then press .

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Rhythm patterns

No. Name Time

Sig.

1 GUIDE 4/4 24 R&B1 4/4 47 Jazz2 4/4

2 8Beats1 4/4 25 R&B2 4/4 48 Fusion 4/4

3 8Beats2 4/4 26 70's Soul 4/4 49 Swing1 4/4

4 8Beats3 4/4 27 90's Soul 4/4 50 Swing2 4/4

5 16Beats1 4/4 28 Motown 4/4 51 Bossa1 4/4

6 16Beats2 4/4 29 HipHop 4/4 52 Bossa2 4/4

7 16Beats3 4/4 30 Disco 4/4 53 Samba1 4/4

8 Rock1 4/4 31 Pop 4/4 54 Samba2 4/4

9 Rock2 4/4 32 PopRock 4/4 55 Breaks1 4/4

10 Rock3 4/4 33 IndiePop 4/4 56 Breaks2 4/4

11 ROCKABLY 4/4 34 EuroPop 4/4 57 Breaks3 4/4

12 R'n'R 4/4 35 NewWave 4/4 58 12/8 Grv 12/8

13 HardRock 4/4 36 OneDrop 4/4 59 Waltz 3/4

14 HeavyMtl 4/4 37 Steppers 4/4 60 JzWaltz1 3/4

15 MtlCore 4/4 38 Rockers 4/4 61 JzWaltz2 3/4

16 Punk 4/4 39 Ska 4/4 62 CtWaltz1 3/4

17 FastPunk 4/4 40 2nd Line 4/4 63 CtWaltz2 3/4

18 Emo 4/4 41 Country 4/4 64 5/4 Grv 5/4

19 TomTomBt 4/4 42 Shufe1 4/4 65 Metro3 3/4

20 Funk1 4/4 43 Shufe2 4/4 66 Metro4 4/4

21 Funk2 4/4 44 Blues1 4/4 67 Metro5 5/4

22 FunkRock 4/4 45 Blues2 4/4 68 Metro

23 JazzFunk 4/4 46 Jazz1 4/4

No. Name Time

Sig.

No. Name Time

Sig.

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Using the looper

You can record your playing and create mono loop phrases that are up to 30 seconds long.

Activating the looper

When using MEMORY, STOMP or EDIT mode, press .

1.

This opens the LOOPER screen.

HINT

Press

to return to the original mode.

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Setting the looper

Setting of the loop recording time

Turn .

1.

Setting Explanation

MANUAL

×1–64

NOTE

• The looper recording time is between 1.5 and 30 seconds.

• Settings that will not t in the recording time will be adjusted automatically.

• Changing the recording time will delete the recorded data.

Recording will continue until stopped manually or the maximum recording time is reached.

Set the value to 1 – 64 quarter notes. The actual recording time depends on the BPM setting. Recording time (seconds) = 60 ÷ BPM × quarter notes

Setting how looping stops

Turn .

1.

Setting Explanation

Instant Stops immediately after the stop operation.

Finish The loop will stop after playing to its end.

Fade Out The loop will stop after fading out.

Adjusting the tempo

Turn .

1.

NOTE

Changing the tempo will delete the recorded data.

HINT

• This can be set from 40 to 250.

• The tempo set here will be shared by the effects and the rhythm.

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Adjusting the volume

Turn .

1.

HINT

This can be set from 0 to 100.

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Recording and playing loops

Press .

1.

This starts loop recording.

Stop recording and start loop playback.

2.

If the recording time is set to "Manual"

Pressing start loop playback.

If the recording time is set to “

When the set recording time is reached, recording will stop and loop playback will start.

Press .

3.

This stops loop playback.

NOTE

• During rhythm playback, recording will start after the precount.

• Sound input through the AUX IN jack will not be recorded.

again or allowing the maximum recording time to be reached will stop recording and

×1–64”

HINT

• During rhythm playback, quantization is enabled so even if the recording ending time is not exact, the loop will automatically be adjusted so that loop playback stays in time.

• During loop playback, you can switch MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes.

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Overdubbing loops

Additional performances can be added to the recorded loop.

Press during loop playback.

1.

This starts overdubbing.

When the end of the loop is reached, loop playback will continue from the beginning, and overdubbing can be repeated.

Press during overdubbing.

2.

This stops overdubbing, but continues loop playback.

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Clearing the loop

When loop playback is stopped, press and hold .

1.

This clears the recorded loop.

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Using the expression pedal (

If an effect in the PEDAL category is selected when using a , you can control the amount of the effect with the expression pedal.

G1X FOUR

only)

Setting pedal effects

In EDIT mode, select an effect from the PEDAL category.

1.

NOTE

Only one effect in a patch can be selected from the PEDAL category.

HINT

Selecting effects from categories ( “Selecting effect categories” on page 20)



Turn – .

2.

Adjust the pedal effect. (

Use the expression pedal.

3.

This changes the amount of the effect.

HINT

Press the front-end of the expression pedal down to turn the pedal effect ON/OFF. This does not, however, save the ON/OFF setting.

“Adjusting effect parameters” on page 21)

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Adjusting the pedal

Adjusting the pedal sensitivity

While pressing , turn the power on.

1.

This opens the PEDAL CALIBRATION screen.

Operate the pedal as shown on the display, and press or each time.

2.

Calibration is nished when “Complete!” appears.

NOTE

• Adjust the pedal sensitivity in the following cases. – Stepping on the pedal has little effect. – The volume and tone changes greatly even when the pedal is only pressed lightly.

• If “Error!” appears, start calibration again from the beginning.

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Adjusting the torque

Insert a 5 mm hex wrench into the torque adjustment screw on the side of the pedal.

1.

Turn it clockwise to tighten the pedal and counterclockwise to loosen it.

2.

Loosen Tighten

NOTE

Be careful because loosening the torque adjustment screw too much could cause it to become disconnected internally, making it impossible to keep the pedal in a xed position.

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Managing the rmware

Checking the rmware versions

While pressing , turn the power on.

1.

This opens the rmware VERSION screen.

Press or .

2.

This restarts the

and reopens the usual screen.

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Updating the rmware

Check the ZOOM website (https://www.zoom.co.jp/), and download rmware for the .

While pressing both and , use a USB cable to connect the and the

1.

computer.

This turns the power on and opens the FIRMWARE UPDATE screen.

Launch the rmware update application on the computer.

2.

This will start the update.

"Complete!" will appear when updating nishes.

NOTE

• Do not disconnect the USB cable during a rmware update.

• In the unlikely event that a rmware update should fail while in progress, conduct the procedures from the beginning to update the rmware again.

HINT

See the ZOOM website for details about using the application.

After updating completes, disconnect the USB cable and turn the power off.

3.

HINT

Updating the rmware will not erase saved patches.

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Restoring factory default settings

While pressing , turn the power on.

1.

This opens an initialization conrmation screen.

Turn .

2.

Select the operation.

Setting Explanation

YES Initialize settings, rewriting them with the factory defaults.

NO Cancel the initialization and return to the usual screen.

Press or .

3.

This starts initialization.

When initialization nishes, “Complete!” appears, and then the usual screen reopens.

NOTE

Initialization will overwrite all settings, including patches, to their factory defaults. Be certain before using this function.

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Troubleshooting

The unit will not power on

• If using batteries, connect a cable to the INPUT jack.

There is no sound or output is very quiet

• Check the connections. ( “Connecting” on page 10)

• Adjust the levels of the effects. ( “Adjusting effect parameters” on page 21)

• Adjust the patch level. ( “Changing patch levels” on page 14)

• Adjust the output volume. ( “Adjusting the overall audio character and output level” on page 11)

• If you are using the expression pedal to adjust the volume, adjust the pedal position until the volume level is suitable.

• Conrm that the tuner output is not set to “MUTE”. ( “Changing tuner settings” on page 41)

There is a lot of noise

• Conrm that a shielded cable is not the cause.

• Use a genuine ZOOM AC adapter. ( “Connecting” on page 10)

Effects are not working

• If the effect processing power is being exceeded, “PROCESS OVERFLOW” will appear on the display. When “PROCESS OVERFLOW” appears for an effect, it will be bypassed. ( “Changing effect types” on

page 20)

Batteries lose their charge quickly

• Conrm that you are not using manganese batteries. Alkaline batteries should provide about 18 hours of continuous operation.

• Conrm the battery setting. The setting must match the batteries being used in order to show the remaining battery charge accurately. ( “Setting the type of batteries used” on page 35)

• Due to battery characteristics, they are discharged more quickly when used in places with low temperatures.

Expression pedal does not work well (

• Check the expression pedal settings. ( “Using the expression pedal ( only)” on page 53)

• Adjust the expression pedal. ( “Adjusting the pedal” on page 54)

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G1X FOUR

only)

Specications

Maximum number of simultaneous effects

User patches 50

Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz

A/D conversion 24-bit 128× oversampling

D/A conversion 24-bit 128× oversampling

Signal processing 32-bit

Display 128×32 dot-matrix LCD

Inputs INPUT Standard mono phone jack

AUX IN Stereo mini jack

Output OUTPUT Standard stereo phone jack (combined line/headphone)

Input S/N 120 dB

Noise oor (residual noise) −97 dBu

Power AC adapter: 9V DC 500mA center negative (ZOOM AD-16)

USB USB MIDI, USB Micro-B

External dimensions

Weight

Note: 0 dBu = 0.775 V

5

Rated input level: −20 dBu Input impedance (line): 470 kΩ

Rated input level: −10 dBu Input impedance (line): 1 kΩ

Maximum output level: Line +2 dBu (10 kΩ or more output impedance) Headphones 17 mW + 17 mW (32 Ω load)

4 AA batteries (about 18 hours continuous operation time when using alkaline batteries with the LCD backlight off)

• Power can also be supplied through the USB port.

• When using a cable designed only for power, other USB functions cannot be used.

156 mm (D) × 130 mm (W) × 42 mm (H) 156 mm (D) × 216 mm (W) × 52 mm (H)

340 g (excluding batteries) 610 g (excluding batteries)

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ZOOM CORPORATION

4-4-3 Kanda-surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062 Japan

https://www.zoom.co.jp

Z2I-3490-01

Zoom G1 Four, G1X Four User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

Terms used in this manual

Contents

Names of parts

Loading batteries

Connecting

Using patches (MEMORY mode)

Switching to MEMORY mode.

Selecting patches and banks

Changing individual patch settings

Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches (STOMP mode)

Activating STOMP mode

Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches

Editing effects (EDIT mode)

Activating EDIT mode

Selecting effects

Turning effects ON/OFF

Changing effect types

Adjusting effect parameters

Changing the effect order

Managing patches

Saving patches

Swapping patches

Adjusting the master tempo

Setting the AUTO SAVE function

Setting the PRESELECT function

Setting the BANK HOLD function

Making power and display settings

Setting the type of batteries used

Setting the ECO mode

Setting the backlight time

Adjusting the display contrast

Using the tuner

Activating the tuner

Tuning a guitar

Changing tuner settings

Using rhythms

Activating the rhythm function

Setting the rhythm

Starting/stopping rhythm playback

Rhythm patterns

Using the looper

Activating the looper

Setting the looper

Recording and playing loops

Overdubbing loops

Clearing the loop

Setting pedal effects

Adjusting the pedal

Restoring factory default settings

Troubleshooting